Sand Tiger Shark (Carcharias taurus / Odontaspis taurus) | Digital Marine Atlas

The Fierce-Looking Giant of Circumtropical Waters

​The Sand Tiger Shark (Carcharias taurus), also known as the Grey Nurse Shark, is an awe-inspiring apex predator now featured in our digital collection. This species is famous for its menacing look, characterized by a bulky body and multiple rows of protruding, jagged teeth that remain visible even when its mouth is closed.

​Key Features of this Edition:

​Global Presence: This shark is a true "Circumtropical" traveler, found in warm coastal waters across all the world's oceans.

​Specialized Behavior: Despite its fierce appearance, it is a relatively placid bottom-dweller. It has a unique ability to gulp air at the surface to maintain neutral buoyancy, allowing it to hover motionless in the water column.

​Natural Habitat & Diet: In its natural environment, it patrols sandy bottoms and rocky reefs, feeding primarily on a variety of invertebrates and smaller fishes.

​Lighting Preference: This species is most active during twilight hours, preferring environments with subdued or indirect lighting, which highlights its beautiful bronzy-grey coloration.

​[Exclusive Video Observation Included]

This edition includes an HD short observation clip showcasing the Sand Tiger Shark's iconic toothy grin, its unique "hovering" behavior, and its slow patrol over its preferred sandy habitat.

​Best for: advanced marine aquarists, public aquarium professionals, shark enthusiasts, and digital reference collectors.

​Note: Full care data, extreme tank requirements (5000L minimum), feeding behavior, and environmental parameters are included in the Digital Infographic Card inside your download folder.

​Formats included: High-Resolution Infographic Card (PNG/PDF) + Video Clip (MP4).

​Part of the CECOZ Digital Marine Atlas Collection – Exploring the world, one species at a time.